Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 26.0%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 26.3%
- Retention Rate
- 71.4%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $26,370
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $12,814
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 11:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 16.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $136/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $34,704 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $31,670 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $30,988 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $28,598 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $27,222 | |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Associate | $24,730 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $24,035 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $23,386 | $22,253 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Certificate | $23,262 | $12,084 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $22,855 | $18,477 |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Associate | $22,667 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Certificate | $19,866 | $11,652 |
Outcomes Overview
American National University graduates face challenging financial realities despite strong employment outcomes. With 90.3% finding jobs after graduation, the career placement rate exceeds many regional competitors. However, the typical graduate earns $26,370 after ten years while carrying $12,814 in debt. Monthly loan payments of $136 consume roughly 6% of gross income, which is manageable but limits financial flexibility. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.49 sits above the recommended 0.3 threshold for sustainable repayment. Most graduates enter healthcare support roles, business administration, or technical positions in the Roanoke Valley region. These career-focused programs deliver employment but at earnings levels that make loan repayment difficult. Weak return on investment.